1995 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Porsche 924 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | 924 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
